Small Business Center

Looking to start a business in Lenoir, Greene, or Jones Counties?

Start or Grow Your
Business in Eastern NC

Free business coaching. Free workshops. Free help from people who know your community.

  • Free one-on-one counseling

  • Business planning assistance

  • Marketing and growth strategies

  • Financing and funding guidance

Starting a business

Turn your idea into a business with a plan, the right paperwork, and a coach beside you.

Growing a business

Increase sales, sharpen your marketing, and improve how your business runs day to day.

Nonprofit Organization

Planning, funding, and sustainability support for the groups that serve our communities.

Your Path to Success

Five simple steps from first question to open doors.

1

Complete the interest form
Tell us about you and your business. It takes about two minutes.

2

Receive personal follow-up
A real person reaches out to learn what you need.

3

Meet with a business counselor
Sit down one-on-one to build your plan and set priorities.

4

Attend workshops and training
Build skills in person or online, on your schedule.

5

Launch and grow your business
Open your doors, then keep your coach in your corner.

Business Tax Workshops

Tax seminars and webinars from the NC Department of Revenue, free for business owners.
View Tax Workshops

Meet Your Coach

“Whether you’re exploring an idea or expanding an established company, I’ll help connect you with resources, training, and expert guidance.”

Lee Albritton

Director of Small Business Center

(252) 208-1225

Office Hours and Locations

Monday to Friday

Chamber of Commerce Building
301 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., open daily

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